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More TBI Resources


WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND DOWNLOADING
Understanding Brain Injury: A Guide for the Family
​from the Mayo Clinic


Check out the
2019 MD Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board Report
HERE. 
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Index
  • Centers for Disease Control Manual 
  • General TBI and General Resource links 
  • Resources for Seniors
  • Education 
  • Employment
  • Financial
  • The Opioid Crisis and Brain Injury
  • Other Brain Injury and Related Organizations
General
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center TBI Consumer Reports 
  • www.tbihome.org  - a chat room with list of additional websites. 
  • www.waiting.com  - helpful for those who are waiting for someone in a coma 
  • www.tbihelp.org  - helpful information on TBI 
  • www.wellspouse.org  - resource for support as a primary caregiver of one's spouse 
  • www.ride-away.com  Ride Away is America's largest provider of accessible vehicles and vehicle modifications including hand controls, wheelchair and scooter lifts, ramps, raised doors, lowered floors and specialized gas, brake and steering controls. (11 East Coast locations)
  • Tenants Rights and Housing Assistance for the Disabled
  • Transition to Adulthood: Home Remodeling for Young Adults with Special Needs
  • Special Needs Checklist: How Disability-Friendly is Your City?
  • The 9 Most Hazardous Chemicals for People With Special Needs
  • Vocational Training for Adults with Special Needs
Resources for Seniors
  • From Minor to Major: The Complete Guide to Home Modifications to Prevent Seniors from Falling 
  • The Senior's Guide to Paying for At-Home Long-Term Care: How Your Home Can be a Great Asset
  • In-Home Services that can Help Seniors Continue to Live Independently 
  • State Resources for Senior Citizens and Their Caregivers 
  • Transportation Options for Seniors Who Don’t Drive 
  • Signs It’s Time for Assisted Living: Identify Potential Warning Signs that It’s Time for a Move
  • Assisted Living for Disabled & Handicapped Seniors

Home Accessability 

  • Guide to Room-by-Room Repairs for Easy Accessibility for Disabled Loved Ones 
  • Top 5 things to consider when designing an accessible bathroom for wheelchair users.
  • Handicap Accessible Modifications That Won’t Turn Off Future Homebuyers
  • Creating a Wheelchair-Accessible Backyard For Visitors
  • Wheelchair Gardening Tips
  • Building An Accessible Garage

​Education

Funding for students with disabilities 
Want to go back to school? There is a way! Students with disabilities may be eligible for financial aid. 
​
Click here to find out more! 


TechMatrix - Assistive Technology Tools for Learning 
Want to continue your education but need assistive technology? Check out TechMatrix to find learning support.  Click here to find out more. 


Employment
  • Career Guide for people with Disabilities [updated 2023] =https://novoresume.com/career-blog/disability-career-guide


Finances
  • ​HelpHopeLive - Medical Fundraising Nonprofit = https://helphopelive.org/

The Opioid Crisis and Brain Injury
Dept. of Health videos and resources - 
 https://bha.health.maryland.gov/OVERDOSE_PREVENTION/Pages/Education-Campaign.aspx
​

Brandis TAC center
https://heller.brandeis.edu/ibh/pdfs/inroads-tbi-oud-provider-4-1-2019-final.pdf


Other Brain Injury Organizations
  • Brain Injury Association of America - http://www.biausa.org  
  • National Association of State Head Injury Administrators - http://www.nashia.org  
  • National Aphasia Association - http://aphasia.org  
  • National Headache Foundation - http://www.headaches.org  
  • Vestibular Disorders Association - http://www.vestibular.org 
  • American Stroke Association - http://www.strokeassociation.org  
  • The Neurotrauma Registry - www.neurotraumaregistry.com  
  • Encephalitis Global - http://www.encephalitisglobal.org
  • American Brain Tumor Association - http://www.abta.org  
  • National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome - http://www.dontshake.com/ 
  • Motorcyclists - http://www.motorcycleaccidentvictims.org/
  • Chronic Illness - Carrie Baquie- https://carriebaquie.com/

News & Events

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month
#Blue4BrainInjuryMD

Getting Help

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Get involved

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The Legal STUFF  

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public Policy

  • A Resource Guide for Decision Makers - Violence & Injury Prevention
  • ​Who are My Elected Officials
  • Track a Maryland Bill during the General Assembly
  • Maryland Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board Report 
Address: 2200 Kernan Drive Baltimore, MD 21207
Phone: 1.800.221.6443
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  • Home
    • About Us >
      • Our Organization
      • Staff & Board Members
      • Membership
  • Events
    • 2023 BIAMD Annual Conference
    • BIAMD's 40th Birthday Bash
    • Comprehensive Calendar
    • Send Us Your Event!
  • RESOURCES/EDUCATION
    • Request a Training
    • Brain Injury Wavier Program
    • ABI Supports and Resources
    • Additional TBI Resources
    • Financial Information for ABI Survivors and Families
    • Trainings, Webinars, Studies, and more
    • Your Brain Map
    • Local Resources
    • Legal Resources
    • Vocational Resources
    • Home Safety Resources
    • Planning Now: A Futures and Estate Planning Guidebook
    • A Look At TBI Trust Fund Programs
  • COVID-19 RESOURCES
    • COVID-19 and Brain Injury
    • COVID -19 and Behavioral Health and Well-Being
    • COVID-19 and the LGBTQ Community
    • Financial Assistance and Community Services
  • #5ThoughtsFridays
  • Maryland Brain Injury Trust Fund
  • Unmasking Brain Injury 2.0
  • Brain Injury
    • Ask The Expert
    • Support Groups >
      • Baltimore Area
      • Northern MD
      • Eastern MD
      • Central MD
      • Montgomery/PG/DC Area
      • Southern MD
      • Western MD
      • Outside Maryland >
        • Delaware
        • West Virginia
      • For Veterans and Families
      • Online Support Groups
    • Understanding Brain Injury >
      • Interactive Brain Map
      • Living With Brain Injury
      • Traumatic Brain Injury
      • Your Brain Map
    • Research
    • BIAMD - Telling Your Story
    • CDC HEADS UP
    • Legal Notices
  • Concussion
    • Maryland Concussion Clinics and Resources
    • Concussion Information for Parents
    • Concussion Information for Athletes
    • Concussion Information for Coaches
    • Counseling After a Concussion
  • Media
    • BIAMD Blog
    • HEADWAY eNewsletter
    • Podcasts
    • Videos
    • BIAMD App is Live!
  • How to Give
    • Donate >
      • Matching Gift Programs
      • Automatic Payroll Contribution Campaigns
      • Gifts which can be made without giving money now
  • BIAMD BOARD
  • PCORI Brain Injury Network
  • BIAMD Member Portal
  • #5ThoughtsFridays
  • Legal Notices
  • Filling the Knowledge Gap: Brain Injury Training for Educators
  • Brain Injury Training for Skilled Nursing Facilities
  • Brain Injury Waiver Provider Resource Page